Corporate Development Associate

Qureight

. Support relationships with major pharmaceutical companies from initial research and engagement through partnership design and internal approval.

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeCambridge • United KingdomJuniorMid-Level💰 £70,000 - £85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific research, biomarker development, and strategic partnership evaluation within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Capable of translating complex scientific information into actionable business strategies and recommendations for senior stakeholders.

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Biomarker DevelopmentScientific Research and AnalysisPharmaceutical PartnershipsCorporate DevelopmentStrategic Communication

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Hard Skills

Biological SciencesBiomedical SciencesPharmacologyBiochemistryBioengineeringClinical TrialsBusiness Case DevelopmentFinancial ModelingDue DiligenceCompetitive Intelligence

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationAttention to DetailProactive ApproachJudgement and Professionalism

Certifications & Qualifications

Postgraduate Scientific QualificationMBAMScMResPhDPharmD

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechnologyCROMedical ImagingHealthcare TechnologyTherapeutic LandscapesClinical ImagingArtificial IntelligenceData-Driven Drug Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support relationships with major pharmaceutical companies from initial research and engagement through partnership design and internal approval.
Assess the scientific, clinical and commercial rationale for potential partnerships, therapeutic areas and technology-development opportunities.
Analyse biomarker landscapes, including imaging, digital, molecular and clinical biomarkers.
Monitor scientific, clinical, regulatory and market developments relevant to Qureight’s strategy.
Evaluate new scientific capabilities, products and applications for Qureight’s technology and data.
Prepare presentations, briefing papers, business cases and recommendations for the CEO, leadership team, Board and external partners.
Support preparation for pharmaceutical, investor and strategic-partner meetings.
Coordinate scientific, clinical, regulatory, product and commercial team input for strategic projects and partnership opportunities.
Support commercial and scientific due diligence for partnerships, investments and other corporate-development opportunities.
Help develop partnership structures, workplans, budgets and supporting documentation.
Maintain records of strategic opportunities, decisions, actions and external engagements.
Ensure agreed actions and priorities progress after internal and external meetings.
Work closely with the CEO, CCO, CFO and multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree in a relevant scientific discipline, such as biological sciences, biomedical sciences, medicine, pharmacology, biochemistry, bioengineering or a related field.
An understanding of biomarker development, validation and application within clinical trials.
Strong scientific research and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate complex information and draw clear conclusions.
Commercial curiosity and an interest in pharmaceutical partnerships, corporate development and life-sciences strategy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to translate scientific and technical information into clear commercial and strategic recommendations.
Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of work.
The judgement and professionalism required to support senior internal and external stakeholders.
The ability to work effectively across scientific, clinical, technical and commercial teams in a fast-moving environment.
Postgraduate scientific qualification, including an MBA, MSc, MRes, PhD, PharmD or medical degree (even better if).
Experience in corporate development, strategy consulting, pharmaceutical business development, technology transfer, investment, competitive intelligence or a related role (even better if).
Experience within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, medical-imaging or healthcare-technology organisation (even better if).
Experience researching pharmaceutical pipelines, clinical trials or therapeutic landscapes (even better if).
Understanding of imaging biomarkers and their application within clinical development (even better if).
Experience supporting strategic partnerships, due diligence, licensing assessments or external innovation programmes (even better if).
Experience developing business cases, financial models, partnership proposals or Board-level presentations (even better if).
Interest in lung and heart disease, clinical imaging, artificial intelligence or data-driven drug development (even better if).
CV and covering letter required; covering letter should explain motivation and relevant skills and experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

annual bonus plan
private medical insurance
life insurance
cycle-to-work scheme
contributory pension scheme
Equity
28 days’ holiday allowance
25 days’ annual leave
3 additional company days between Christmas and New Year
bank holidays
enhanced family leave
Diverse work environment bringing together experts across software engineering, DevOps, data science, machine learning, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and clinical operations
Equal opportunities employer
Application and selection-process adjustments available